I havent had a pair of these fish in years and im wanting to produce some feeders. Ive had a pair spawn but it was over five years ago in a community tank.
I live in an apartment and can not have another 'large aquarium' so i went out and got a ten gallon last week. Added a HOB filter, sand, plants and rocks all from my main tank to speed up the cycle. The aquarium is heavily decorated as i was trying to create lots of hiding places. I keep my ph around 7.2 and the temp at 78f. I plan on doing weekly %50 water changes. Ive also added a single almond oak leave for the blackwater look.
I know the aquarium wont last long but should a single pair be able to spawn? I purchased a male and female today, they are both close to two inches and showing great breeding colors, the males very dark and the female has a bright pink belly. They are already 'dancing' around together and hiding in the rocks.
So my question is, even with such a small tank should i expect a spawn? After i get some fry ill move them to my larger (soon to be devided) aquarium to grow out. Any advice?
Thanks!!

I live in an apartment and can not have another 'large aquarium' so i went out and got a ten gallon last week. Added a HOB filter, sand, plants and rocks all from my main tank to speed up the cycle. The aquarium is heavily decorated as i was trying to create lots of hiding places. I keep my ph around 7.2 and the temp at 78f. I plan on doing weekly %50 water changes. Ive also added a single almond oak leave for the blackwater look.
I know the aquarium wont last long but should a single pair be able to spawn? I purchased a male and female today, they are both close to two inches and showing great breeding colors, the males very dark and the female has a bright pink belly. They are already 'dancing' around together and hiding in the rocks.
So my question is, even with such a small tank should i expect a spawn? After i get some fry ill move them to my larger (soon to be devided) aquarium to grow out. Any advice?
Thanks!!
